HR Business Partner

This HR Business Partner role is focused on to provide cover on a rotational basis for the HR Manager, assuming certain responsibilities in their absence to ensure continuity of service to Departments and Directorates. It would suit someone who can bring strong professional approach to the role.

Role overview

*The closing date for this position is the 11th May 2026* HR Business Partner Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick. To support managers in undertaking investigations and chairing hearings in HR matters as appropriate (e.g.

Main responsibilities

To manage case file notes and associated materials with the appropriate discretion and confidentiality at all times and in accordance with data protection requirements. To provide cover on a rotational basis for the HR Manager, assuming certain responsibilities in their absence to ensure continuity of service to Departments and Directorates. To monitor and report on the attendance management process for the designated area(s) and proactively support managers in dealing with long-term and short-term absence issues appro.

What helps someone succeed

Strong professional approach.

Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months recent experience as a HR practitioner in a generalist role including case managing individual employee relations issues to include 2 of the following:.
• Experience of managing recruitment and selection processes end to end.
• Demonstrable experience of building strong working relationships with employees and/or their representatives.

Job details

• To contribute as an integral member of the HR department to the provision of a modern, professional high quality and responsive HR service to support the corporate and business pla.
• Additional detail: Flexible working options may be available.

Requirements mentioned

• Driving licence
• Excel